2000 Audi Allroad vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2000 Audi Allroad is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 39 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Allroad. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Allroad | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Allroad | Montego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
